Strengthened hand tool handle with flexible insertion point and method of manufacturer

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9878438
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15146436

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A hand tool assembly generally comprising a handle and a tool head combined by a connector. The handle has a first end and a second end. The connector has a first end and a second end. The first end of the connector is combined with the second end of the handle. The second end of the connector is combined with the head of a tool by inserting the connector into a socket/opening in the tool's head. The second end of the connector is flexible thereby allowing it to conform to the shape of the socket regardless of whether the socket is straight or curved. A rigid tube insert is positioned a short distance into the handle second end and extends a short distance outward from the handle second end. Adhesives or fasteners may be used to help secure the components together.

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KRUPNICK SAMUEL13867 FONTANELLE SAN DIEGO CA 92128

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Krupnick, Samuel San Diego, US 2 6
Krupnick, William Kamas, US 2 6
Mackin, John Dublin, US 5 31

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